8 reasons your smoke detector is beeping and how to fix it

The sound and frequency of a smoke detector's beeping helps indicate what the problem is, from a false alarm to needing a new ...

Don’t Let Battery Corrosion Ruin Your Devices. Here’s How to Clean It Safely at Home

First things first, if the batteries have corroded, dispose of them according to your local waste authority guidelines, or ...
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Fall is here – Let’s check your heat sources and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

With the changing of the seasons comes an opportunity to check in on our household heating units, wood stoves and fireplaces. This is a great time to check the batteries in your smoke and carbon ...
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How to replace wired smoke detectors — and prevent them from chirping

Q: My home has hard-wired smoke detectors. How often do I need to replace them, and what kind of replacements do I need? Can I do it myself, or do I need a professional? And if I need a pro, what kind ...